Sports Partnerships Specialist — Activations & Events

Cricket Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cricket Victoria is seeking a Commercial Partnerships Specialist for the Melbourne Stars and Cricket Victoria to drive sponsorships, activations and partner value across the cricket season.

You’ll manage a portfolio of partners, develop creative sponsorship plans, coordinate events and match-day experiences, and work closely with internal teams to deliver benefits and reports. This fixed-term, full-time role starts ASAP and runs until early February.

Qualifications

• Proven work history in a similar senior role.
• Self-driven and highly motivated with a hands-on attitude.
• Capable of delivering an end-to-end solution for current and prospective partners.
• Able to think creatively and deliver ideas for partners and the business.
• Demonstrated ability to build and retain relationships at all levels.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work within a small team environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of commercial partners across the Melbourne Stars and Cricket Victoria, building strong relationships and delivering agreed sponsorship benefits.
• Develop creative sponsorship plans and activations that align with partners’ objectives and maximise value.
• Coordinate partner events, match day activations, player appearances and exclusive experiences.
• Prepare tailored proposals, renewals and agreements, supporting new partnership opportunities.
• Work across internal teams to integrate partner benefits into marketing campaigns, events and broader business activities.
• Support the delivery and promotion of the Melbourne Stars’ match day hospitality program, liaising with external providers.
• Monitor partnership performance and return on investment, preparing reports and recommendations for improvement.
• Support budget management and maintain accurate commercial records, assets and reporting.

Job description

Cricket Victoria is seeking a Commercial Partnerships Specialist for the Melbourne Stars and Cricket Victoria to drive sponsorships, activations and partner value across the cricket season.

You’ll manage a portfolio of partners, develop creative sponsorship plans, coordinate events and match-day experiences, and work closely with internal teams to deliver benefits and reports. This fixed-term, full-time role starts ASAP and runs until early February.